An old portrait of a kuia has been in the Meltzer whānau for around 50 years, but the current family custodian wants it returned to her people.
Te Ao Māori
Fri, Aug 15
Thirty-year-old Latin dancer Shenaragh Nemani can’t walk or talk but she has an undeniable energy that charms audiences as she dances in competitions around the world.
Tue, Aug 12
The new centrepiece — spanning a total length of 15m — was created by a team of designers and sculptural artists at Wētā Workshop in Miramar.
Fri, Aug 8
A stuntwoman to the stars making moves on the ground that’s shaping the future of the industry.
Sun, Jun 1
Breaking into the TV and film industry is the stuff dreams are made of for 15-year-old Korban Knock.
Sun, Mar 16
For the first time, Disney is set to premiere the highly-anticipated Moana 2 in both English and Te Reo Māori, simultaneously.
October 24, 2024
The album will be his eighth in his mission to release ten album in ten genres in ten years.
May 8, 2024
Huia Publishers has been recognised for years of contribution to Māori storytelling.
April 10, 2024
It was a more intimate and personal performance for the group, especially for lead singer Matiu Walters, who has whakapapa links to the area through his grandfather.
Te Tangi a Te Tūi explores generational trauma and its impact on youth and te reo through the allegory of the song of the native tūī.
March 5, 2024
The band will play 23 shows at "exclusively" small venues from April 9, which will be recorded to make up upcoming album Best Of The Grassroots Tour.
February 26, 2024
Some helpful advice sourced from some of the best kapa haka performers to grace the stage at Te Matatini 2023.
January 6, 2024
Master carver Clive Fugill and composer Tama Waipara have been honoured for their services to Māori art and Māori music respectively.
December 30, 2023
Over the next few weeks, Te Karere is profiling a different kapa haka as part of their special summer series on Te Matatini.
The award-winning neo-soul artist is back with the release of his highly anticipated bilingual album, 'Elements of Aroha.'
November 20, 2023
Whether we're busting out some moves on TikTok or trying to get that perfect pic for Instagram, Māori have had a big year online.
December 31, 2022